2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
